Purchasing Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY:  

Responsible for the procurement process, negotiation with suppliers, purchase order submission and follow up interfacing with internal customers and vendors.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Negotiate price and conditions with suppliers
• Compile and maintain information and records to prepare Purchase Orders
• Place purchase orders, expedite, and provide customer service
• Contact and maintain working relationship with vendors and suppliers for quote and rate/price negotiations
• Expedite orders
• Research specifications of products not clearly identified
• Enter and edit purchase orders and blanket order releases
• Ensure product file integrity
• Maintain good customer and supplier relations
• Reconcile customer problems

REQUIREMENTS (including educational requirements)

• Must have a bachelor’s degree in business, administration, finance, accounting, or related fields
• Must have a least 5 years of experience in purchasing in an automotive/manufacturing environment
• Preference will be given to candidates with SAP experience
• Ability to work well in a fast pace environment
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills
• Must be well organized and thorough with a strong attention to detail
• Must be resourceful and have the ability to provide clear and analytical thinking as well as an ability to problem solve and create effective strategies
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills across all levels of the company

About Bocar.:

Bocar Group, was establish in 1958 in Mexico City, originally as a manufacturer of pumps and carburetors, is the Parent company of Bocar US, Inc. Today Bocar Group has three business units, primarily serving three international automotive industry. Bocar US, Inc. is a high-end technology and quality-driven automotive company which produce high-pressure aluminum die casting, and machining for companies such as Daimler, Ford, and Toyota. Bocar US, Inc. is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. BOCAR US is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other categories protected by law.